Type 1 Diabetes Archives - Clinical Advisor

Rotavirus Vaccination May Decrease the Incidence of Type 1 Diabetes in Children

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February 6, 2019

Introduction of the oral rotovirus vaccine in Australia was associated with a decline in the incidence of type 1 diabetes.

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Predictors of Disordered Eating Behaviors in Teens With Type 1 Diabetes

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Tyler Rice

January 25, 2019

Investigators examine characteristics associated with disordered eating behaviors in teenagers with type 1 diabetes.

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Poor Glycemic Control in Type 1 Diabetes Tied to Fracture Risk

January 23, 2019

Fracture risk up with T2DM and current use of rosiglitazone, pioglitazone regardless of glycemic control.

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ADA’s 2019 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes Focus on Patient-Centered Care

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Rachael Beairsto

December 27, 2018

The ADA published its 2019 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes, an evidence-based document intended to provide clinicians, patients, and other stakeholders in the diabetes treatment landscape with up-to-date recommendations.

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Clinical Indicators of Risk for Addison Disease in Patients With T1D

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Roxanne Nelson, BSN, RN

December 19, 2018

Treatment of thyroid disease, severe infections, glucagon prescriptions, and diabetic retinopathy occur more frequently in individuals with type 1 diabetes who are subsequently diagnosed with Addison disease.

Around the holidays, diet patterns change and larger meals than usual are often consumed.1,3 When there are several food choices, advise patients to keep portion sizes small. “Tell them to just sample each dish, choose their favorites,” said Arévalo, and opt to freeze leftovers for a later date. In addition, having healthier food options on the table like fruits and green vegetables and substituting herbs for added salt can help patients satisfy their appetites and avoid hypertension. Although large meals eaten later in the day may be the main focus, reminding patients to eat breakfast is another strategy to prevent overeating.

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How to Help Patients With Diabetes Stay Healthy Around the Holidays

December 3, 2018

Holidays can be a challenging time for patients with diabetes to maintain glycemic control and other aspects of their condition.1-6 Sandra Arévalo, MPH, RDN, CDE, a spokesperson for the American Association of Diabetes Educators and the Academy of Nutrition, worked with Endocrinology Advisor to compile a list of key tips for practitioners to give their…